Turmeric Tea Recipe for Joint and Bone Health

Turmeric is a golden spice that has long been touted for its healing benefits in
the ayurvedic medical tradition, the sister science of yoga. Yogi Bhajan, founder
of the
Yogi Tea brand who brought Kundalini Yoga to the United States, recommends this hot
turmeric tea recipe for joint and bone health. Putting oil in tea may seem
strange at first, but the result is heavenly and quite soothing.
In Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga, turmeric is thought to aid in digestion,
support a healthy immune system, support healthy cholesterol levels, and support
liver
detoxification, among other benefits. In Western medicine, research shows that
turmeric may ease an upset stomach, reduce osteoarthritis pain, and provide
antiinflammatory, anticancer and antioxidant benefits. In addition, research
suggests turmeric may have bone health benefits for women with post-menopausal
osteoporosis.
Enjoy a cup of this turmeric tea whenever you want a comforting, relaxing beverage
with health benefits.
01 Stir together the ground turmeric and water in a small saucepan.
02 Bring to a simmer and allow to cook, stirring, until a thick paste is formed.
03 Use 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of this turmeric paste for each cup of tea.
04 Add turmeric paste, milk, almond oil and honey to saucepan and reduce heat to
low.
05 Bring milk just to a boil then remove from heat.
06 Whisk briskly or blend if you prefer a frothier drink.
*Cook's Notes:
■ Be sure to use almond oil and not a substitute in this turmeric tea recipe. Don’t
try this with olive oil if you’re out of almond oil -- you will likely spit it out!
■ Almond oil is rich in Vitamin E, monounsaturated fatty acids, proteins,
potassium, and zinc, making it beneficial for skin, hair and heart health.
■ Try adding a little cinnamon to your tea for a flavor boost.
Sources:
Bright, S. (2015, June 24). 12 benefits of sweet almond oil for skin, hair &
health. Retrieved December 4, 2016, from Natural Living Ideas,
http://www.naturallivingideas.com/sweet-almond-oil-benefits/
20 RATINGS
Total: 10 mins
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Yield: 1 cup of tea (1 serving)
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
203
Calories
4g
Fat
37g
Carbs
6g
Protein
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be
considered
an estimate.)
Ingredients
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
1/4 cup water
1 cup milk (or soy milk, or other non-dairy milk substitute
)
1 teaspoon almond oil
1 teaspoon honey
Steps to Make ItDomonell, K. (2015, March 2). Turmeric: The golden spice. Retrieved
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http://www.foodandnutrition.org/MarchApril-2015/Turmeric-The-Golden-Spice/
Khalsa, S. About Yogi Bhajan. Retrieved December 4, 2016, from HO3 Foundation,
https://www.3ho.org/yogi-bhajan/about-yogi-bhajan
Plate, E., & Ayurveda, M. (2012, June 1). Turmeric. Retrieved December 4, 2016,
from Maharishi Ayurveda Blog, http://www.mapi.com/blog/turmeric.html#gsc.tab=0
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2010, September 8). Laboratory study
shows Turmeric may have bone-protective effects. Retrieved December 4,
2016, from National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health,
https://nccih.nih.gov/research/results/spotlight/093010.htm
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